This was our first experience here but we were largely underwhelmed. While this artist's studio…read moremight have once enjoyed some prominence, it struck us as little more than glorified after-school care...under the eye of a slightly crabby individual who, evidence suggests, has probably been doing this a decade too long. What can we say: at close to $200 for 8 classes, we expected more, especially when said classes are offered for young kids of 6 and 7. When money changes hands, one comes to expect a certain amount of flexibility from the staff and, above all, patience with young, energetic minds that may not immediately fit into rigid routines and methods. We wanted our child exposed to more art, not more rules. Budding artists need to get their hands dirty, to experiment, to try, and to fail. Sorry, but this isn't that place. Onward.

Both my children took the project based class for 7-10 year olds. They made a carousel out of wood…read moreand clay. What I really liked about the class was how structured it was and how much they learned about different art techniques. The children also learned about the history of the carousel. The class itself was structured, there were clear expectations and the teacher gave each child individual attention throughout. I was present for most of the classes and I felt that all the children were engaged and excited about their project. I would likely recommend the children's art classes at the Eastside Art Center.

Absolutely gorgeous architecture that makes me think of the Musee D' Orsay in Paris and the Grand…read moreCentral Station in New York. The interior design for study books and desks are very creative, as expected of a prestigious design school such as RISD. I also enjoyed the mini free exhibit they have of Snow White pop up fairy tale books.

I feel so blessed to be kissin' on someone who works for RISD and it kind enough to max out his…read morecard with me. I mean, I don't know what the limit is actually. I just know that each time I enter the building I hold my breath and touch those amazing ornate doors that are just background to the hallway where students eat cafeteria food. As one would guess, this library is amazingly curated. I am a huge Maurice Sendak fan and I found copies of works by him that I didn't know existed. Like the first translated version of a famous Czechoslovakian fairy tale that he illustrated. I always grab a comic too. They have two sections, one for typically sized comics and one for over sized comic books. Also, the student work they showcase is always interesting. As a bibliophile I feel genuinely lucky to have this library in my home state. And I'll totally marry someone who has tenure there so I can sneakily read their books till they die.

As a venue guest, I had an excellent experience here. I can't speak to pricing and value, but I can…read morespeak to ambiance, catering, and staff. The place was built in 1821 and was previously owned by US Senator Nelson B. Aldrich. It is currently a National Historic Landmark and is managed by the Rhode Island Historical Society! You can literally read all about it on Wikipedia. :) As soon as you walk through the outdoor entrance gates into the house, you get that very classy, old-timey feel. There is bright lighting, and the interior design is clearly meant to make you think about the history of the place. It's thoughtful in its design without making you feel that the place is totally antiquated. Most of our event took place outside, and it was a wonderful, fluid place to walk around and socialize. The lawns were well-groomed and lush in the middle of June. I would say we could've had more outdoor seating though! Not sure if they cater with the same companies each time, but the catering food and staff were amazing! We had a selection of pastas for dinner, along with hor d'oeuvres that kept on coming well into the night (lemongrass potstickers, a selection of hard cheeses, and goat cheese flatbread were all delicious, but bacon wrapped scallops were my favorite!). On top of that all, the servers with the catering company were AMAZING. They were so warm and friendly and happy to offer us food. At the end of our event, one of the servers even introduced us to one of the chefs so that we could thank her personally. That was such a sweet gesture! This was a perfect event for our mixer - a beautiful historic building that made us feel classy, with wonderful food and staff. I could see it being a very pretty venue for a smaller wedding or reception as well. Lastly, there was ample parking all along the surrounding side streets, making it a very accessible venue! I very much enjoyed visiting the Aldrich House.

If you want a good education and you want it cheap then CCRI is the place to be. Great math…read moredepartment and Allied Health has a lot of programs here. Go on Rate my professor because they are usually pretty accurate and use the recourses because the library is great and as a student you get free printing and the campus security is great and they have a pool in Lincoln and a gym at Lincoln and at Warwick.

The food at the cafeteria is amazing. There are some really good professors and the education is…read moreaffordable and free for some. They have a really big soccer field and a really good swimming pool.

What a wonderful school. It fits the bill perfectly for families who want a morning/early day…read moreprogram with 2-5 days a week in a cozy, art-intensive and play-based environment. The teachers are REAL people who love what they do and do it with grace and respect for the kids. The school is lovely and the greenhouse and play yard are perfect. I highly recommend the lunch bunch program. It's my daughter's favorite part of the week.

Our oldest has had a wonderful experience here. This is truly an awesome Reggio program for 3 & 4…read moreyear old children in the Providence area. Great value with excellent engaged staff, art studio, music, yoga, greenhouse, science, carpentry, and of course - plenty of constructive play.

My 13 year old recently attended a birthday party at Blue Door. Ample parking (in a mini-mall.)…read moreThey were prompt. My daughter left with one canvas she painted with instruction through BDA studio. She also received a goodie bag with a few things from blue door included. Overall a nice place, great alternative bday party option.

Blue Door Studio is a hidden gem located in an out-of-the-way strip plaza in Smithfield, RI. I…read morehighly recommend Claudia Venditto, the owner, who received a masters from RISD (WOW) and is passionate about art and teaching. This makes her an exceptional art instructor and you can see it in the work of her students! My daughter just started taking lessons from Ms. Venditto and I can already see a HUGE improvement in her techniques. There's a showcase at the end of the winter sessions (8 weeks total, 2 hours a week), but was able to take a sneak peak. I got the chance to introduce myself to the teacher today and talk to her a bit. She's warm, welcoming, and very easy to talk to. I also love the high level of professionalism of her business--very important to me. Online registration and payment are available online and confirmation is sent via email, which makes enrollment very convenient. FYI, she's currently a high school teacher in a different town and has to commute. Gotta admire her dedication! Luckily, we live close by. Students who get the chance to study under her are fortunate. Got my info from this article: http://m.valleybreeze.com/2017-05-31/observer-smithfield-west/blue-door-studio-expands-space-smithfield-move#.XD_EkaROmaM

Everyone was fabulous from Julia at the front desk entrance to Jennifer and our public safety…read moreofficer and staff

The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) is a private art and design school in Providence. Our…read morecity is lucky to have such a top notch liberal arts school within city limits, which allows for diversity, youth, and innovation to thrive in the area. The school was founded as a coeducational institution in 1877 by Helen Adelia Rowe Metcalf, who sought to increase the accessibility of design education to women. Today, RISD offers bachelor's and master's degree programs across 19 majors and enrolls approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. The Rhode Island School of Design Museum--which houses the school's art and design collections--is one of the largest college art museums in the United States. The Rhode Island School of Design is affiliated with Brown University, whose campus sits immediately adjacent to RISD's on Providence's College Hill. The two institutions share social and community resources and since 1900 have permitted cross-registration. Together, RISD and Brown offer dual degree programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels. As of 2022, RISD alumni have received 10 MacArthur Genius fellowships, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and three Academy Awards. A 2016 analysis of the most successful American artists at auction found that the vast plurality held undergraduate degrees from RISD.

This is the absolute best playground in Warwick. It is very well maintained, safe, and clean. It's…read moresuch a neat experience for children. They can truly let their imaginations run wild here. They can drive the big wooden car or one of the many Little Tykes cars they have. You can fly a helicopter or be the train conductor. You can play in the sand table with all of the construction vehicles. You can pretend to paddle the fishing boat and pretend to fish. It's truly one of the best playgrounds I have seen. Make sure to check the hours before going. They stick to a schedule there. The workers there are truly so kind and friendly.

Really only for younger kids (our grandson is 4 1/2) or those wirth disabilities. It was a bit…read morerundown.